Trio Nagô are part of a tradition of vocal combos performing baião songs that existed from the 1940s until the 1960s. This style seemed to die off as performers like Ary Lobo and Jackson do Pandeiro defined the new style of forró (and baião) beginning in the mid-1950s. This post spans the career of Trio Nagô, with selections from the mid-50's through their stunning Capoeira single from 1968. The growth of the group, as well as the evolving sound of the times, is evident in all of these recordings. Although Capoeira is more immediate and captivating as a performance and production piece, I love the casual grace of Solidão. They are exceptional because they are so drastically different and captivating in their own right.
Trio Nagô y Roberto Luna - Capoeira from compacto simples - RCA (1968)
Trio Nagô y Roberto Luna - Capoeira from compacto simples - RCA (1968)
Trio Nagô - Solidão from Chansons du Folklore Brésilien - Decca (195_)
Trio Nagô - Baião Do Chofer from Aquarela Cearense - Sinter (1954)
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| Trio Nagô y Roberto Luna - Capoeira compacto simples - RCA (1968) |
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| Trio Nagô - Chansons du Folklore Brésilien - Decca (195_) |
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| Trio Nagô - Aquarela Cearense - Sinter (1954) |
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